Address:

221 Griffin Ave, Canon City, CO    view map

Registration closed:

Online registration is closed, please register at packet pickup from 5:00-7:00 pm at The Hive (729 Main Street in downtown Cañon City) on Friday, May 3rd. Or, register on the mornging of the race from 6:45-8:15 a.m. See you there! (Please note that prices do increase after online registration closes.)

Description:

Bank of the San Juans presents runBlossom, which includes a fun 5K or a challenging 1/2 Marathon, as well as a Kids' Fun Run & Toddler Trot. Now in its 15th year, the race takes place along the Arkansas Riverwalk in historic Cañon City, Colorado, in conjunction with the city's annual Music & Blossom Festival. The event is organized by Fremont Adventure Recreation, with support from the Blossom Festival. A portion of the proceeds will benefit outdoor recreation in Fremont County.

Features:

Course description:

This race utilizes a nice, smooth course along the scenic Arkansas River riverwalk. The entirety of the course is well-maintained, crusher-fine dirt. It is suitable for individuals of all ability levels. 

Course maps:

 runBlossom Course Maps  

Parking:

Parking is available on the north side of Centennial Park. Cross the pedestrian bridge to find the race start.

Awards info:

• A $75 cash prize for the top male/female in each race. $50 for second place, 3rd place wins a complimentary registration for 2019. 
• An additional $50 cash prize will be awarded to the runner(s) that set a new course record in each race. 
• Custom awards will be given to the top three individuals in each age group for both male & female for each race. The age groups are: 11 & under, 12-14, 15-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49 & 50-59, 60+

Additional info

REGISTRATION IS NON-REFUNDABLE.

Packet pickup:

Early Packet Pick-up 5-7 pm, May 1st at The Hive in downtown Cañon City (729 Main Street).

Race Day packet pick-up will begin at 6:45 am at Centennial Park. Registrations on race day will not be accepted after 8:15 a.m. T-shirt sizes on race day are subject to availability. 

Registration info:

Registration for the 5K includes race tee (until April 15th), chip timing, and swag. Only the first 100 individuals to register for either race will receive commemorative FAR socks. 

Registration for the half-marathon includes race tee (until April 15th), chip timing, swag, and finisher's medal. 

A NO shirt option is available for a $10 discount

Options:

 

Online registration is closed, please register at packet pickup from 5:00-7:00 pm at The Hive (729 Main Street in downtown Cañon City) on Friday, May 3rd. Or, register on the mornging of the race from 6:45-8:15 a.m. See you there! (Please note that prices do increase after online registration closes.)

 

 

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